The difference between Effectual and Futile

When used as adjectives, effectual means producing the intended result, whereas futile means incapable of producing results.


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  1. Effectual as an adjective:

    Producing the intended result; entirely adequate.

  1. Futile as an adjective:

    Incapable of producing results; doomed not to be successful; not worth attempting.

    Examples:

    "synonyms: useless"

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